The terrible truth about clothing waste.
An estimated 92 million tons of textile waste is created annually from the fashion industry. Shockingly, every second, the equivalent of one garbage truck of textiles is landfilled or burned globally. Clothing is small part of Americans’ cost of living, leading to some bad habits. Let’s take a look at how “retail therapy” and other contributing factors impact clothing waste.
A guide to buying sustainable fabric.
Fashion contributes approximately 5-10% of all the greenhouse gasses and is an important contributor to the discussion on climate and the choices that we make. Choosing sustainable fabric along with buying garments that will be worn for years are important factors in helping reduce your impact. Learn more about how to choose sustainable fabric in this post.
What’s better, biodegradable or compostable garbage bags?
There has been an explosion of green products for garbage. These products claim to be eco friendly and are growing in market share. Often priced higher than traditional bags, they seem to be a sustainable option. But are we making a difference by switching to these biodegradable or compostable garbage bags?
Recycling tips for an eco friendly home.
We know our natural resources are getting scarcer, landfills are overflowing, our planet is in peril, and our consumption and packaging waste is out of control. How can our recycling habits be kinder? Here’s the lowdown on recycling and some key recycling tips!
How do the alternatives to plastic straws measure up?
Plastic straws have become an emblem of our throwaway culture, contributing to the staggering amount of plastic waste that pollutes our planet. These simple utensils do not biodegrade and accumulate in landfills and the oceans.